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Woltemade Brace Puts Germany on Brink of 2026 World Cup Qualification With 2-0 Win Over Luxembourg

The result leaves Germany atop Group A needing at least a draw against Slovakia to secure an automatic berth.

Overview

  • Nick Woltemade scored in the 49th and 69th minutes to deliver Germany's away victory in Luxembourg.
  • Germany moves to 12 points and remains first in Group A on goal difference ahead of Slovakia.
  • Qualification will be confirmed with a win or draw against Slovakia on Monday in the final group match.
  • Luxembourg generated first‑half chances against a faltering German back line but remains winless and eliminated.
  • Captain Joshua Kimmich was listed among the substitutes after an ankle issue reported on the eve of the match.